James Loher Newby Sr.

James Loher Newby, Sr. passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2020 at the age of 91. He was born on August 30, 1928 to the late Arthur Newby and Catherine Crowley Newby. He was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. Beloved husband of the late Beverly Sisung Newby. He is survived by his children James Newby Jr. and Ming Tran, Troy and Julie Newby, Lisa and Greg Pawlowski, Stacey and Claude Nixon III. Grandfather of Amanda, Allison and Sabrina Newby, Emily and Michael Melendez, Amy Pawlowski, Candice and Claude Nixon IV. Great grandfather of Camrin, Alivia, Lilyanah and Anabelle. Brother of Joseph and Ann Newby and the late Arthur Newby, Frank Newby, John Newby, Mike Newby, Catherine Brundage and Mary Durr. He worked for Continental Can Company and later retired from the State of LA. James was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He enjoyed sports and played on various team leagues which included bowling, golfing and softball. He was also a member of the Krewe of Choctaw for several years.

A private burial will be held at the All Saints Mausoleum, Lake Lawn Metairie.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Sjögren’s Foundation, 10701 Parkridge Blvd, Suite 170, Reston, VA 20191.

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